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The International Life Saving Federation (ILS) is the world's non-profit association of aquatic Lifesavers and aquatic Lifesaving organizations.

The International Life Saving Federation of Europe (ILSE) is the European branch of ILS. ILSE is an umbrella organisation, representing federations working in the field of Water Safety in Europe. Our members are representing more than 5 millions of Lifesavers and Lifeguards all over Europe. If you need specific information about Lifesaving in a particular nation, please contact our members or refer to the relevant website.

Through our own work and that of our member federations, we lead the global effort to reduce injury and death in, on or around the water. We aid in the global exchange of lifesaving information, promote the best lifesaving practices, help to establish lifesaving organizations in areas of Europe where they are needed, act as the European federation for lifesaving sport and work with other international bodies with similar goals.

We – the members of the International Life Saving Federation of Europe (ILSE) – are devastated to see the pictures of thousands of refugees that have drowned in the Mediterranean Sea. Our thoughts are with all the victims and their families.

The European Championships Youth and Masters 2015 are currently taking place in Torrevieja (Alicante)/Spain.
16 National Teams take part at the Youth Championships and show fair competitions. Athlethes, officials and spectators enjoy the sunny weather and friendly atmosphere.
You will find the results on the official website of the hosting ILSE Member Real Federación Española de Salvamento y Socorrismo (RFESS)http://www.europeanlifesaving2015.es/index.php/results/demo-content1-3

European Championships 2015 in Swansea/Wales
for National Teams and Interclubs in Swansea and Aberavon
16 National Teams and 40 Interclubs took part at the European Championships 2015 in Swansea/Wales.